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#266 of 388 private schools in MA
Sparhawk Academy
Middle School
376 ORCHARD ST, Mills, MA 02054
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#266 of 388
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Sparhawk Academy
Middle School in Mills · grades 3rd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sparhawk Academy
Sparhawk Academy is a private middle school in Mills, MA. Sparhawk Academy serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sparhawk Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #266 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Sparhawk Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Sparhawk Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sparhawk Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
376 ORCHARD ST, Mills, MA 02054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sparhawk Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Thomas Blake Middle (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Medfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Dover), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert H. Adams Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Holliston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mills, see our Mills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clyde F Brown Millis | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Millis Middle Millis | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Millis High School Millis | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Dover-Sherborn Regional High Dover | 2.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School Dover | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Memorial School Medfield | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| WOODSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Millis | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Dale Street Medfield | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Pine Hill Sherborn | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| MONTROSE SCHOOL Medfield | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| TIES Millis | 4.0 mi | — |
| Placentino Elementary Holliston | 3.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Miller School Holliston | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Robert H. Adams Middle School Holliston | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| John D Mc Govern Elementary Medway | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Medfield Senior High Medfield | 3.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Medway Middle Medway | 4.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Thomas Blake Middle Medfield | 3.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Ralph Wheelock School Medfield | 3.9 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$149,021
Median Home Value
$570,300
Median Rent
$1,733/mo
Population
8,699
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
83.6%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
47.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Springfield Public Day Middle School Springfield, MA | 5.6 |
| ESPERANZA ACADEMY Lawrence, MA | 5.9 |
| Memorial Middle Hull, MA | 5.5 |
| Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School Boston, MA | 4.9 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester, MA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sparhawk Academy
What grades does Sparhawk Academy serve?
Sparhawk Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend Sparhawk Academy?
Sparhawk Academy has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sparhawk Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sparhawk Academy is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sparhawk Academy rank in MA?
Sparhawk Academy ranks #266 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Sparhawk Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sparhawk Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sparhawk Academy a private school?
Yes, Sparhawk Academy is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sparhawk Academy a religious school?
Sparhawk Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (617) 727-4295
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